Elijah Jennings iii
objective
Obtain a position that will allow me to utilize my experience, skills, and
knowledge in the areas of accounting, customer relations and associate
engagement.
Employment
Florida Regional Auditor
7/2011 to Present
Realogy Corporation
Madison, NJ
Responsibilities include conducting corporate audits for Century 21,
Coldwell Banker, Coldwell Banker Commercial, ERA, Sotheby's International
Realty and Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate.
. Verify that each real estate franchise is operating under the terms of
their franchise agreement and document any findings in an assigned
territory
. Verify that each franchise is reporting accurate gross closed
commissions by reviewing financial records and document any findings
in an assigned territory.
. Responsible for maintaining a 24-month rotation audit schedule within
assigned territory as well as assist others team members where needed.
. Discuss outstanding account balance with the franchisee in an effort
to have them pay outstanding balances.
. Communicate effectively with internal account managers on all assigned
accounts.
. Submit all audit work papers in an organized and timely fashion
. Schedule audits in an effective manner maintaining a schedule that is
one month out
. Submit organized and timely expense reports and adhere to budgetary
guidelines
. Conduct New Company Business Reviews as assigned in appropriate time
frame
. Conduct Virtual Audits for assigned region
. Contact Brokers who have not responded to increase response rates
. Develop Pro-active business relationships with Brokers and Brand
Representatives
Tax Auditor III
09/2009 to 7/2011
Florida Department of Revenue
Maitland, FL
Responsibilities include interpreting, analyzing and processing accounting
records and investigating financial information for the purpose of giving
advice and preparing statements and reports. Tasks include advising and
installing systems of recording costs and other financial and budgetary
data
. Assist in performing audits of multiple state and national business
entities for taxes administered by the Florida Department of Revenue.
. Analyze accounting systems of taxpayers to identify additional
liabilities, tax evasion, and to verify refunds in the case of tax
overpayment.
. Compute tax assessments based on evidence and data developed from
audits.
. Assist taxpayers' management and enforce proper administration of
Florida Tax Statutes.
. Conduct audits of corporations, partnerships and joint ventures to
ensure compliance with the various Florida Statutes.
. Prepare reports of audit results; makes recommendations for
improvements in taxpayers' accounting methods and internal procedures
and controls.
. Perform pre-audit analysis and develop audit plan and procedures, to
follow during audits, as well as establishing an audit trail.
. Review and schedule case workload to ensure efficient use of time.
. Conduct closing conferences with taxpayers and their representatives;
explain applicable laws supporting changes in tax liabilities and
secure agreements to the findings in audit reports.
Operations Manager
08/2001 to 09/2009
Albertson's, LLC
Winter Springs, FL
Responsibilities include recruiting, training and supervising customer
service specialists, also responsible for fostering an environment in which
guests enjoy high levels of service and employees are motivated to deliver
top performance.
. Overseeing cash flow requirements, including safe transactions,
approving checks and refunds, and monitoring cash handling procedures.
. Reconciling ledgers for the store through correspondence with banks
and customers
. Supervised all phases of the reconciliation process including
balancing the safe, tills, and entering and balancing all sales and
cash transactions.
. Managing in-store accounts receivable, mailing statements to
customers, as well as, preparing and proofing daily deposit slips.
. Controller of quarterly labor, inventory expenses, cash shortages, and
also verifying checking expense through store sales, store labor, and
store expense reports.
. Oversee the coordination of training in conjunction with Personnel
Coordinator
. Create quarterly budget expense plans.
. Provide guidance and assistance to Personnel Coordinator and
Efficiency Scan Coordinator.
. Manage and schedule duties for store associates.
. Directs and controls all store operations in the absence of Store
Director
. Conduct performance appraisals as outlined by company guidelines.
Personnel Coordinator
11/2006 to 10/2008
Albertson's, LLC
Winter Park, FL
Responsibilities include the completion of daily reconciliation, fund
handling, and other recording and balancing functions. Duties also include
accurate reporting of store sales and related transactions while supporting
overall operation plan. Perform store level human resource and personnel
functions. Provide excellent customer service, while ensuring all customers
receive fast, friendly, accurate service by passionately implementing the
spirit of customer first, second to none
. Complete all phases of reconciliation process by balancing the safe,
tills, and entering and balancing sales and cash transactions.
. Preparing and proofing deposit slips while balancing accounts
receivable, maintaining sales records, and examining all department
labor and budget analysis.
. Serve as liaison between corporate payroll and benefits
administration, and store. Review, audit and file associate time
cards, cash balancing, and budget reports.
. Maintain all time and attendance reports
. Examines and reports any material variances including return checks,
cash balancing, and refund and till balance irregularities.
. Examine and audit money order, money transfer, gift certificate, and
lottery control logs.
. Review and balance returned checks weekly while maintaining
reconciliation ledgers of returned checks, write-offs, and check
collection. Correspond with banks and customers via phone or mail
regarding returned checks
. Review and coordinate application and employment needs within the
store by department. Interview potential associates and prepare
entrance and closing paperwork.
. Coordinate and follow up on training activities with department
managers and new associates.
. Coordinate all safety-related activities including monthly safety
meetings.
. Auditor for freshness, code-dating, pricing, and store compliance.
Education
University of Central Florida
Orlando, Florida
Bachelors Degree in Accounting
REFERENCES
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